I think the price depends on whether you get the Indian made ones like in the picture or the German made version. The German made ones are probably going to be more expensive than the Indian made ones just due to more expensive labor and material costs
Naturally. I never had a major issue w/the (apparently) Indian W-S blades that I bought after the initial variety pack. And, as an intro pack to wet shaving, the value is an enormous plus.
-Z